2-Week Skincare Routine for Pore Minimization & Glass Skin
Morning Routine (AM)
1. Cleanser
- Product: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser (for normal to oily skin)
- When: Right after waking up
- Purpose: Gently cleans without stripping, removes overnight oil
2. Toner
- Product: Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner
- When: After cleansing
- Purpose: Light exfoliation, clears pores, reduces texture
3. Essence (hydration & glow)
- Product: COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
- When: After toner
- Purpose: Boost hydration, smooth skin, fade marks
4. Serum (pore minimizing)
- Product: The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
- When: After essence
- Purpose: Tightens pores, controls oil, brightens
5. Moisturizer
- Product: Etude House SoonJung Hydro Barrier Cream
- When: After serum
- Purpose: Lightweight, strengthens barrier, adds glassy finish
6. Sunscreen
- Product: Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+
- When: Last step, 15 mins before going outside
- Purpose: Protects skin, prevents pigmentation
Night Routine (PM)
1. Oil Cleanser (only if wearing sunscreen or makeup)
- Product: Heimish All Clean Balm
- When: First step of double cleanse
- Purpose: Breaks down sunscreen & oil-based dirt
2. Gel/Cream Cleanser
- Product: CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
- When: After oil cleanser
- Purpose: Deep cleanse
3. Exfoliating Toner (2-3 times/week)
- Product: Paula's Choice BHA Liquid Exfoliant (2% Salicylic Acid)
- When: After cleansing (only at night, alternate nights)
- Purpose: Deep pore cleansing, removes blackheads
4. Essence
- Same as morning: COSRX Snail Mucin Essence
5. Serum (repair/brighten)
- Product: Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum (Propolis + Niacinamide)
- When: After essence
- Purpose: Nourishes, repairs skin barrier, glow
6. Moisturizer
- Same as morning: Etude House SoonJung Hydro Barrier Cream
7. Optional: Sleeping Mask (2-3 times/week)
- Product: Laneige Water Sleeping Mask
- When: Last step, after moisturizer
- Purpose: Deep overnight hydration, glow boost
Extra Tips:
- Clay Mask (once per week):
Product: Innisfree Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask 2X
Use after cleansing, before toner.
Purpose: Pulls out deep impurities, reduces pore appearance
- Hydration is key: Drink 2-3 liters of water per day.
- No picking or squeezing pores.